The Global Partnership Program (GPP) offers access to unique opportunities for engagement and visibility with the NAFSA leadership and larger community.
With membership in the program your organization gains access to all benefits listed below.
- Access: Global Partners have unique and premiere opportunities to engage with NAFSA's vast membership and conference attendees.
- Brand Building: NAFSA lends credibility and prestige to an organization.
- Engagement: NAFSA is always looking to partner on the next big idea in international education.
- Value: The Global Partnership Program offers unbeatable discounts for the most return on a partner's investment.
| Global Partner Benefits (2025) | Explorer* ($1,500) | Pathfinder ($5,000) | Navigator ($13,500) | Voyager ($31,500) | Innovator ($50,000) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Global Partner Marketplace Listing - Visibility on NAFSA’s online directory of partners. | Basic contact info and “About Us” | Basic contact info and “About Us” | Expanded listing with “About Us” + social media links | Navigator listing + resource links, marketing video | Voyager level listing + partner highlights |
Annual Conference Discounts and Early Booth Booking | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Complimentary Membership - Free annual association memberships included with partnership. | 1 Comp | 1 Comp | 3 Comp | 5 Comp | 5 Comp |
| Global Partner Webinars - Exclusive invite-only learning and networking webinars | Admission to 1 invite-only GP webinar | Admission to 2 invite-only GP webinars | Access to 2 GP webinars + 2 speaking opportunities | Access to 2 GP webinars + 2 speaking opportunities | Access to 2 GP webinars + 2 speaking opportunities |
| Regional Conferences – Early Access & Discounts - Discounts and early booking privileges for Regional Conference exhibits and sponsorships. | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Access to Exclusive NAFSA Events - Invitation to NAFSA’s Global Partner–only meetings, networking sessions, and briefings. | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Use of NAFSA Global Partner Logo - Authorization to display official NAFSA Global Partner Logo in your organization’s materials | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Annual Conference Sponsorship Discounts - Discount percentage on all NAFSA Annual Conference sponsorship opportunities. | 15% | 15% | 15% | 15% | 15% |
| Advertising Discounts - Discounts for print and digital advertising with NAFSA | 15% | 15% | 15% | 20% | 20% |
| Website Branding - Logo and organization link featured by GPP level on NAFSA’s website. | Listed | Listed w/link | Listed with link to partner site | Name, logo, web link, and description | Name, logo, web link, and description |
| Field Notes Newsletter - May submit content for quarterly newsletter highlighting GP’s recent data and insights shared with all NAFSA membership | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Global Partner Sessions - Opportunities to present as a thought leader during NAFSA’s Annual Conference. | Not Included | $4,500 | $3,600 | $2,400 | $1,200 |
| Complimentary Annual Conference Registration - Free registrations to NAFSA’s Annual Conference & Expo | Not Included | 1 Comp | 3 Comp |
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| Conference Acknowledgements - Recognition across NAFSA Annual Conference signage, web, and print materials. | Not Included | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Job Registry Discounts - Discount for posting job listings on NAFSA’s Career Center | Not Included | 25% Discount | 25% Discount | 25% Discount | 25% Discount |
| ROI Report - Annual data summary highlighting engagement metrics and return on investment | Not Included | Standard ROI Summary | Customized ROI Report | Customized ROI Report | Customized ROI + ESG Impact Report |
| Digital Showcase / Co-Hosted Webinar - Opportunity to host a branded digital event with NAFSA | Not Included | Available for purchase** | 1 session included | 1 session included | 1 session included |
| Access to NAFSA Newsletter & Social Media Spotlight - Showcased in NAFSA’s communications channels and social media features. | Not Included | Available for purchase** | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Private, quarterly leadership briefings - Quarterly strategy discussions and insights with NAFSA leadership. | Not Included | Not Included | Not Included | ✓ | ✓ |
| Conference Lead Tracking Report - Post-conference data report summarizing engagement leads and outreach | Available for purchase** | Available for purchase** | Available for purchase** | ✓ | ✓ |
| International Educator “Super Leader” Ad- Premium ad placement in NAFSA’s International Educator Magazine. | Not Included | Available for purchase** | Available for purchase** | ✓ | ✓ |
| Naming Opportunities- Option to partner on specific NAFSA programs, initiatives, or events | Not Included | Not Included | Not Included | Not Included | ✓ |
*The Explorer level is designed as an introductory opportunity for organizations from underrepresented or emerging regions. Partners may remain at this level for a maximum of two years before advancing to a higher tier.
**Add-ons are subject to availability and may require coordination with NAFSA’s Strategic Partnerships & Development team.
To learn more about the Global Partnership Program contact the Strategic Partnership department.